Patrimonium Private Equity and Wille Finance Acquire Majority Stake in :em engineering methods AG

On May 8, 2024, Patrimonium Private Equity, in partnership with Wille Finance, announced the acquisition of a majority stake in :em engineering methods AG, a consulting and IT solutions firm based in Darmstadt, Germany. This move underscores Patrimonium's strategic focus on the technology and digitalization sectors, aiming to bolster :em AG's growth in digital transformation consulting, particularly in product lifecycle management and the "digital twins" technology.

The acquisition fits into :em AG's broader strategy to expand its service offerings and geographic presence, while also enhancing its SaaS solutions like the AI-backed ReqMan®. The existing management team, including founders Dr. Erik Claassen, Christian Donges, Dr. Sven Kleiner, and Dr. Marcus Krastel, will continue to lead the company and drive its development strategy forward as substantial co-owners.

According to Philippe Knüsel of Patrimonium Private Equity, the company's specialist focus and customer-centric approach in an increasingly competitive industrial market were key attractions. The partnership aims to leverage :em AG's existing capabilities to meet the growing demands for digital process optimization across various high-tech industries.